Global Port Directory
Oakland Port Code (USOAK)
Oakland, United States uses UN/LOCODE USOAK. Find its location, port type, coordinates, aliases, and related shipping routes.
- UN/LOCODE
- USOAK
- Country
- United States
- Type
- sea
- Region
- North America
Oakland is listed in CargoEnter's port directory under UN/LOCODE USOAK. The code combines the ISO country code US with a three-character location identifier.
UN/LOCODE values help normalize port references across carrier milestones, shipping documents, and route data. Always confirm the terminal or facility when a city contains multiple cargo locations.
Browse related port-to-port routes to review approximate routing and transit-time context.
Shipping routes through Oakland
32 routes are listed for Oakland.
- Guangzhou to Oakland: 12–18 days by sea.
- Hong Kong to Oakland: 12–18 days by sea.
- Ningbo to Oakland: 12–18 days by sea.
- Qingdao to Oakland: 12–18 days by sea.
- Shanghai to Oakland: 12–18 days by sea.
- Shenzhen to Oakland: 12–18 days by sea.
- Tianjin to Oakland: 12–18 days by sea.
- Xiamen to Oakland: 12–18 days by sea.
Container depots in Oakland
Confirm the assigned depot in your carrier release instructions.
Documents for cargo through United States
Customs authority: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Estimated clearance time: 1-5 business days (standard), same-day possible for expedited entries.
- Commercial Invoice (required): Detailed invoice with value, description, HS codes, origin
- Packing List (required): Itemized list of package contents, weights, dimensions
- Bill of Lading / Air Waybill (required): Transport document from carrier
- ISF (10+2) (required): Importer Security Filing for ocean shipments
- CBP Form 3461 (required): Entry/Immediate Delivery form
- CBP Form 7501 (required): Entry Summary form
Customs in United States
US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requires ISF filing 24 hours before loading. Import duties vary by product (HTS code). Many products require FDA, USDA, FCC, or other agency approvals. Customs bonds required for commercial imports. First Sale rule may reduce duty base.
Wood packaging rules for United States
United States requires ISPM 15 treated and marked wood packaging, such as pallets and crates. Treatment methods: Heat Treatment (HT), Methyl Bromide (MB) - restricted.
Holidays that can affect this cargo
Check the dates for the current year and allow extra time around them.
- Thanksgiving (United States): high impact, customs closed, ports closed.
- Christmas (United States): high impact, customs closed, ports closed.
- Independence Day (United States): medium impact, customs closed, ports closed.
Free trade zones in United States
Using this port reference
Use the UN/LOCODE and coordinates on this page to normalize Oakland Port Code (USOAK) in bookings, route data, milestone imports, and shipping documents. Confirm the exact terminal because one port area can contain several facilities.
Data limitations
Directory information supports route identification and planning. It is not a live berth schedule, terminal appointment system, or substitute for instructions from the carrier and terminal operator.
Shipping routes for Oakland
- Guangzhou to Oakland Shipping Time
- Hong Kong to Oakland Shipping Time
- Ningbo to Oakland Shipping Time
- Qingdao to Oakland Shipping Time
- Shanghai to Oakland Shipping Time
- Shenzhen to Oakland Shipping Time
- Tianjin to Oakland Shipping Time
- Xiamen to Oakland Shipping Time
- Antwerp to Oakland Shipping Time
- Bangkok to Oakland Shipping Time
- Busan to Oakland Shipping Time
- Felixstowe to Oakland Shipping Time
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Frequently asked questions
What is the port code for Oakland?
The UN/LOCODE for Oakland, United States is USOAK.
Does the port code identify the terminal?
No. A UN/LOCODE identifies the port or location. Confirm the exact terminal with the carrier or terminal operator.